April weather forecast
Ixcatepec, Mexico

April in Ixcatepec, Mexico, is a tropical spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.9°C (67.8°F) and 34.3°C (93.7°F).

Temperature

April witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F) in March to a tropical 34.3°C (93.7°F). Ixcatepec endures a clear shift from daytime heat to a mean low-temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F) during April nights.

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

April is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout April, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.4 rainfall days, and 579mm (22.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ixcatepec, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 39min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ixcatepec, the average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ixcatepec are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in April interprets into the following advice:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.